Misused

Pronunciation: /mɪˈsjuːzd/

Misused (adjective)

  1. Used in a way that is not correct or appropriate.

Examples

  • The term was misused in the article.
  • The term was misused in the article.

Common collocations: misused resources, misused information, misused power

Synonyms of Misused

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Misused

  • — Refers to using something in the correct manner.
  • — Describes something that is employed appropriately.